2010 Chevrolet Avalanche Owners Manual

2010 Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual M In Brief ............................................ 1-1 Instrument Panel ................................. 1-2 Initial Drive Information ........................... 1-4 Vehicle Features ................................ 1-17 Performance and Maintenance .................. 1-23 Seats and Restraint System ...................... 2-1 Head Restraints .................................. 2-2 Front Seats ....................................... 2-4 Rear Seats ...................................... 2-13 Safety Belts ..................................... 2-15 Child Restraints ................................. 2-37 Airbag System .................................. 2-61 Restraint System Check ......................... 2-78 Features and Controls ............................ 3-1 Keys ............................................. 3-3 Doors and Locks ................................ 3-10 Windows ........................................ 3-24 Theft-Deterrent Systems ........................ 3-27 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ............. 3-31 Mirrors .......................................... 3-56 Object Detection Systems ....................... 3-59 Universal Home Remote System ................ 3-67 Storage Areas ................................... 3-74 Sunroof ......................................... 3-92 Instrument Panel ................................. 4-1 Instrument Panel Overview ....................... 4-3 Climate Controls ................................ 4-16 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators .......... 4-25 Driver Information Center (DIC) ................. 4-43 Audio System(s) ................................ 4-77 Driving Your Vehicle .............................. 5-1 Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle .......... 5-2 Towing .......................................... 5-39 Service and Appearance Care ................... 6-1 Service ........................................... 6-3 Fuel .............................................. 6-5 Checking Things Under the Hood ............... 6-12 Rear Axle ....................................... 6-45 Four-Wheel Drive ............................... 6-46 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

2010 Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual M Front Axle ....................................... 6-47 Headlamp Aiming ............................... 6-48 Bulb Replacement .............................. 6-50 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ........... 6-53 Tires ............................................ 6-54 Appearance Care ............................... 6-96 Vehicle Identification ........................... 6-103 Electrical System .............................. 6-104 Capacities and Specifications .................. 6-112 Maintenance Schedule ........................... 7-1 Maintenance Schedule ........................... 7-2 Customer Assistance Information ............... 8-1 Customer Assistance and Information ............ 8-2 Reporting Safety Defects ........................ 8-15 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ............. 8-17 Index .................................... i-1 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, and the names AVALANCHE and Z71 are registered trademarks of General Motors. This manual describes features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle either because they are options that you did not purchase or due to changes subsequent to the printing of this owner manual. Please refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual. Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference. Canadian Owners Propriétaires Canadiens A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer/retailer or from: On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante: Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 1-800-551-4123 Numéro de poste 6438 de langue française www.helminc.com Index To quickly locate information about the vehicle, use the index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found. iii Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 25854758 A First Printing © 2009 General Motors. All Rights Reserved. Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

Safety Warnings and Symbols Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them. Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death. Warning or Caution indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death. { WARNING: These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people. Notice: This means there is something that could result in property or vehicle damage. This would not be covered by the vehicle's warranty. A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means “Do Not,”“Do not do this,” or “Do not let this happen.” Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gage, or indicator. M : This symbol is shown when you need to see your owner manual for additional instructions or information. * : This symbol is shown when you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or information. iv Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the index. 0 : Adjustable Pedals 9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) g : Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar ® $ : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System I : Cruise Control B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps # : Fog Lamps . : Fuel Gage + : Fuses i : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer j : LATCH System Child Restraints * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure g : Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors } : Power / : Remote Vehicle Start > : Safety Belt Reminders 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor _ : Tow/Haul Mode F : Traction Control M : Windshield Washer Fluid v Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

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Section 1 In Brief Instrument Panel ................................... 1-2 Initial Drive Information ........................... 1-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ........... 1-4 Remote Vehicle Start ........................... 1-5 Door Locks ..................................... 1-5 Midgate ® ........................................ 1-6 Tailgate ......................................... 1-6 Windows ........................................ 1-6 Seat Adjustment ................................ 1-7 Heated and Cooled Seats ..................... 1-10 Head Restraint Adjustment .................... 1-10 Safety Belt ..................................... 1-11 Sensing System for Passenger Airbag ......... 1-11 Mirror Adjustment .............................. 1-12 Steering Wheel Adjustment .................... 1-13 Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment .......... 1-13 Interior Lighting ................................ 1-14 Exterior Lighting ............................... 1-15 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...................... 1-15 Climate Controls ............................... 1-16 Vehicle Features .................................. 1-17 Radio(s) ....................................... 1-17 Satellite Radio ................................. 1-18 Portable Audio Devices ........................ 1-18 Steering Wheel Controls ....................... 1-19 Bluetooth ® ..................................... 1-19 Driver Information Center (DIC) ................ 1-20 Cruise Control ................................. 1-21 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) .................... 1-22 Ultrasonic Parking Assist ...................... 1-22 Power Outlets ................................. 1-22 Universal Remote System ..................... 1-22 Performance and Maintenance .................. 1-23 StabiliTrak ® .................................... 1-23 Tire Pressure Monitor .......................... 1-23 Engine Oil Life System ........................ 1-24 Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) ....................... 1-25 Driving for Better Fuel Economy ............... 1-25 Roadside Assistance Program ................. 1-25 OnStar ® ....................................... 1-26 1-1 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

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A. Outlet Adjustment on page 4‑25. B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 4‑4. C. Instrument Panel Cluster on page 4‑26. D. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 4 ‑ 3 . E. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 3‑ 37. F. Tow/Haul Mode on page 3‑ 42 (If Equipped). G. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 4‑43. H. Audio System(s) on page 4‑77. I. Exterior Lamps on page 4‑10. J. Dome Lamp Override on page 4‑ 14. Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4‑ 13. Fog Lamps on page 4‑ 13 (If Equipped). K. Automatic Transfer Case Control. (If Equipped). See Four-Wheel Drive (Two Speed Automatic Transfer Case) on page 3‑ 43 or Four-Wheel Drive (Single Speed Automatic Transfer Case) on page 3‑ 48. L. Cruise Control on page 4‑7. M. Tilt Wheel on page 4‑3. N. Horn on page 4‑3. O. Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 4‑136. P. Climate Control System on page 4‑ 16 or Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 4‑ 19 (If Equipped). Q. Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 4‑ 15. Cigarette Lighter (If Equipped). See Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter on page 4‑ 16. R. StabiliTrak ® System on page 5 ‑ 6 . Pedal Adjust Button (If Equipped). See Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 3‑ 35. Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) on page 3‑ 59 (If Equipped). Heated Windshield Washer Fluid Button (If Equipped). See Windshield Washer on page 4 ‑ 6 . Power Assist Steps on page 3‑ 23 (If Equipped). S. Glove Box on page 3‑74. 1-3 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

Initial Drive Information This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle. For more detailed information, refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner manual. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System The RKE transmitter is used to remotely lock and unlock the doors from up to 60 m (195 feet) away from the vehicle. Press K to unlock the driver door. Press K again within five seconds to unlock all remaining doors. Press Q to lock all doors. Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. Press L and release to locate the vehicle. Press L and hold for three seconds to sound the panic alarm. Press L again to cancel the panic alarm. See Keys on page 3 ‑ 3 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 3‑4. 1-4 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

2010 Chevrolet Avalanche Owners Manual

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